Did you know...8% of people have an extra rib? :)

Did you know 8% of people have an extra rib? :)

Extra rib is also called cervical rib , sometimes known as “neck ribs”. It is estimated to occur in 8% (8 in 100 people) of the population and it is a congenital abnormality located above the normal first rib. It can create different problems like chest infection, pain in neck and upper arm(mostly left side).